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flunge

noun · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /flʌnd͡ʒ/
  • rhymes with -ʌndʒ

1

noun

Meaning 1

A method of attack with a sword (sabre), propelled from the front foot, like a flèche, but also landing on the front foot, like a lunge.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: fencing, government, hobbies, lifestyle, martial-arts, military, politics, sports, war

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To attack using a flunge.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: fencing, government, hobbies, lifestyle, martial-arts, military, politics, sports, war

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Blend of flèche + lunge, or of flying + lunge.